Recommended Plastic Recorders

Sopranino–Aulos A507

Soprano–Yamaha YRS 302B (Rottenburgh model)

Alto–Yamaha YRA 302B (Rottenburgh model)

Tenor–Yamaha YRT 304B

Bass–Yamaha YRB 302B

Recommended Wooden Recorders

This option should be discussed individually and the decision should be made based on the level of the musician, the repertoire being studied, and the quality of the instrument. My private students should not purchase wooden recorders without my input.

Lesson Procedures

One-hour lessons are encouraged for students old enough to maintain the attention span. Usually this is between age 10 and 12. Thirty-minute lessons are reserved for students not yet old enough to maintain the attention span needed.

Please be at early enough for your lesson that you have time to gather materials and mentally prepare for the session. Please wait in the appropriate area and knock on the door when it is time for your lesson. Be sure to double check your bag before you leave home so that you know you have all lesson materials and assignments.

Bring a pencil to your lesson and take notes on your music. You will not need your tuner, metronome, Tuning CD, or music stand. Bring the recorders you typically play, even if you don't have a current assignment on those instruments.